Scents of Design

Five iconic labels have created fragrances to complement their bags, baubles, and shoes. Jane Larkworthy sniffs around.

One would be hard-pressed to dismiss anything by Bottega Veneta as trendy. From luxurious lace frocks to their signature woven totes and stone necklaces, the company’s pieces convey a certain timelessness. Creative director Tomas Maier took the same tack with the brand’s eponymous new fragrance—an understated combination of bergamot, patchouli, and oak moss. “More than anything, I want this to be a classic,” Maier says. “It’s built to last.”